Bering Strait Region · Alaska Borough
Psychiatrists Serving Nome Census Area
Borough seat: Nome · Population approx. 10,004 · Off the road system
Nome Census Area covers the Seward Peninsula and Norton Sound, with Nome as its regional hub and gateway to the Bering Strait.
Local context
Crisis resources
In a mental health emergency, call or text 988, or call 911.
Regional in-person resource: Norton Sound Health Corporation — Behavioral Health (Nome). Regional behavioral-health hub serving Nome and Bering Strait villages.
Common insurance
- Alaska Medicaid
- Medicare
- IHS / Norton Sound (tribal beneficiaries)
- Premera Blue Cross
Seasonal note · Midnight Sun
Sleep disruption from constant daylight is a real driver of symptoms — worth flagging with a provider.
22 Providers Serving Nome Census Area
Cities in Nome Census Area
Frequently asked
Are there psychiatrists who see patients in Nome Census Area?
Yes. 22 Alaska-licensed psychiatric providers in this directory treat patients across Nome Census Area by secure telepsychiatry — no travel to Anchorage required.
Do I have to fly to Anchorage for psychiatric care?
No. Every provider listed here treats patients in Nome Census Area by video. You do not need to fly out for routine psychiatric appointments or medication management.
What if I'm in a mental health crisis in Nome Census Area?
Call or text 988 for the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline, or call 911 for an immediate emergency. For local in-person care, the regional resource is Norton Sound Health Corporation — Behavioral Health (Nome).
What insurance is commonly accepted in Nome Census Area?
Most providers in Nome Census Area bill the carriers common to the Bering Strait region: Alaska Medicaid, Medicare, IHS / Norton Sound (tribal beneficiaries), Premera Blue Cross. Verify acceptance directly with the individual provider before booking.